**Nigeria Marks Eid-el-Fitr Amid Growing Insecurity Concerns** As Nigeria joins the global celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, the country's Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), **Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi**, emphasized the need for enhanced collaboration between civilians and security agencies to address the ongoing insecurity. Speaking on Friday, the Commandant General highlighted the importance of a unified approach in tackling the nation's security challenges. Prof. Audi made his call during a *press briefing* at the NSCDC headquarters in Abuja. The event coincided with the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, a significant Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan. With the country grappling with rising insecurity, Prof. Audi's appeal to strengthen civilian-security collaboration comes at a critical time. The Commander General stressed that the collective efforts of both civilians and security agencies are crucial in addressing the security concerns. According to Prof. Audi, the NSCDC has been working closely with other security agencies to ensure the safety and security of Nigerians. However, he acknowledged that more needs to be done to effectively tackle the growing insecurity. The Commandant General pointed out that the lack of cooperation and collaboration between civilians and security agencies has hindered efforts to address the security challenges. He emphasized the need for a more coordinated approach to tackle the nation's security concerns. Prof. Audi also highlighted the role of the NSCDC in maintaining law and order in Nigeria. He stated that the Corps has been working tirelessly to ensure the security and safety of Nigerians, particularly during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. The Commandant General commended the efforts of the NSCDC personnel, who have been working round the clock to ensure the nation's security. The Eid-el-Fitr celebrations have been marked by increased security measures across the country. The NSCDC has deployed personnel to strategic locations to ensure the safety and security of Nigerians. The Commandant General appealed to Nigerians to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. He also called on civilians to cooperate with security agencies to ensure the success of their efforts. As Nigeria continues to grapple with insecurity, the call for strengthened civilian-security collaboration has been echoed by various stakeholders. The NSCDC's emphasis on the importance of cooperation between civilians and security agencies highlights the need for a unified approach in addressing the nation's security challenges.